Judge suggests agent hire a lawyer for his antitrust case against NAR

Federal judge indicates agent “might benefit” from an attorney in suit against NAR’s three-way agreement, compares the situation to hiring a Realtor. Continue reading

The Land Report, Land id profile nation’s 100 largest landholdings

Land data and marketing solution Land id, reviewed by Inman in 2024, worked with Land Report editors to highlight the holdings of Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates and Ted Turner. Continue reading

National Flood Insurance Program set to expire at midnight March 14

As the March 14 debt ceiling deadline and potential government shutdown looms, Republican Sen. John Kennedy is introducing a bill to reauthorize the NFIP under its current form until Sept. 30. Continue reading

NAR wants Michigan 3-way lawsuit thrown out

The case began in August and challenges requirements that agents belong to local, state and national Realtor associations. NAR previously asked to have the case dismissed in November. Continue reading

Former Realtor president sues NAR over 3-way agreement

Agent Preston Moore decried his suspension following an ethics investigation he alleges was discriminatory and said he was “forced” to belong to NAR for MLS access. Continue reading

Louisiana agents latest to file suit over divisive NAR 3-way agreement

Industry members argue in the new lawsuit that NAR and other defendants have engaged in anticompetitive practices. They want restitution — and an end to rules they don’t support. Continue reading

Compass acquires 3,100-agent Gulf Coast giant Latter & Blum

Latter & Blum has been an indie for more than 100 years and today boasts more than 3,100 agents. The deal pushes Compass into Louisiana and Mississippi for the first time. Continue reading

Keller Williams scoops up top New Orleans agent

Chris Smith joins Keller Williams from Latter & Blum. The move comes as major real estate brands compete intensely for top talent. Continue reading

‘Big Short’ investor warns of growing threat to home values

In these times, double down — on your skills, on your knowledge, on you. Join us Aug. 8-10 at Inman Connect Las Vegas to lean into the shift and learn from the best. Get your ticket now for the best price. An investor who correctly predicted the 2008 f… Continue reading

Another home insurer pulls out of Florida as crisis intensifies

United Property Casualty and Insurance Co. announced plans last week to withdraw its home insurance business from Florida, the latest withdrawal of a large-scale home insurer from the state. Continue reading